FO Friday: Panda for my cousin
I’ve had my eye on the Lala the Panda pattern since I interviewed Stacey Trock as part of the Crocheted Softies
Stacey's version of Lala the Panda. Photo (c) Martingale Publishing.
I wanted to make a relatively gender-neutral toy for my little nephew as part of my Holiday Stashdown Challenge. His parents are a bit old school, so I didn’t want to offend their delicate sensibilities by making a toy that might be seen as “too girly.” I thought Lala would be perfect.
I’m very happy with how the eyes came out. MC always frets about how I get to the end of an amigurumi project and suddenly start rushing through the assembly. I think eyes that are askew can be cute, but he disagrees. I decided to take his opinion into account for this project, and after several retries, I’m glad the eyes were even. (Yes, he did take out his laser level just to be sure.)
As for the mouth… Well, let’s just say my opinions about things being a little askew prevailed in this matter.
I think the panda came out a bit rough and tumble, which is perfect for a 4 year old with parents with traditional views on gender roles. If he was any cuter, there might be trouble.
It feels great to have 5 holiday gifts already made at this point in the year, and I used about 210 yards of stash yarn on this project (yay!).
You can find the details on my Ravelry project page.
For more finished objects, visit Tami’s Amis.
Cute Panda and an ideal boys toy. xoxox
Thanks, Dorothy! Have a great weekend.
Adorable! You did such a great job, and very gender neutral – perfect pressie.
Thanks, Renee! I’m hoping the parents feel the same way
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Very cute indeed, and the eyes are perfect!
Yes, according to the laser level, they are perfect, HillyT
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He’s perfect. Love the eyes and mouth.
Thanks, Wool Diaries!
He came out great. You’re flying through your holiday list! We are celebrating Christmas in July this weekend so I hope that puts me in a holiday knitting mood.
That sounds like a good way to get ready for the holidays, karyn.
I love it! It is so cute!!!
Thanks, sandyb.
Cute panda!! I love the look of Stacey’s toys! And YAYYYY on your successes in the stashdown!
Thanks, Mary! She is a really talented designer.
He’s adorable! Any kid would love him.
Thanks, Vanessa. I’m more worried about the parents than the kid
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I like’em even and square too, but I don’t think I’ve ever taken out the laser level to check
Just counted stitches. Very cute little softie. And hey, I think I have yarn in my stash for that too!
He was very fun to make, Minding My Own Stitches
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Awwwwwwwww, he is adorable!!!! I totally agree with you on the slightly askew mouth, it’s super cute
Yay, thanks, Kim S. It’s nice to have someone in my corner on askew mouth issues
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Way cute! Thanks for reading.
Thanks, Beth.
Super cute!! I just love Stacey’s patterns!
Thanks, Charlotte!